13 Bellwether Pl, Hillsdale, NY 12529

"Bellwether on Main" is a Passive House built with AAC (autoclaved aerated concrete). AAC was developed in Sweden in the 1920s and is the norm for high performance buildings of all types world-wide, though not well known in the US. It eliminates performance and environmental liabilities of wood, concrete, steel, and brick. Available furnished as in the photos, or unfurnished if preferred for a long-term rental. Utilities included. This home is in the center of Hillsdale's historic hamlet, set back from NY 23. Bellwether on Main is designed for healthy indoor living and resiliency. It is a duplex, on the right in the photo with a side entrance. New construction (2025); extraordinary comfort. Live oblivious to the outdoor temperature, wind, and noise. Two large second-story bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a first floor office or all-purpose room, a first floor full bathroom, and an open concept living area. Energy recovery ventilation (ERV) for continuous fresh air. Triple-glazed European tilt-and-turn windows. The kitchen has all new LG appliances including an induction range, convection oven, microwave/speed oven, dishwasher, a large French door refrigerator, and full-sized washer with combined heat-pump dryer. Large closets. Front and side porches. Three miles to Catamount Ski Lodge (in view from the south bedroom), 14 miles to Butternut Ski. In the center of Hillsdale--walk to the grocery store, general store, coffee shops, restaurants, diner, kitchen and cooking store, book (and cake!) store, liquor store, a brewery, a tavern, and the rail trail. Parking for several cars. Hillsdale straddles the Berkshires and the Hudson Valley; ten miles to Great Barrington MA; 16 miles to Hudson NY. Owner/builder lives in the adjoining duplex. For more information about the construction, use a general search for "AAC passive house Dan Levy." Lease term negotiable. No smoking in the house or the property. Utilities and basic internet included. A well-trained dog is fine; no cats, sorry.